A Solar storm is expected to hit Earth on Saturday, may affect satellite technology

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A Solar storm is expected to hit Earth on Saturday, may affect satellite technology
A Solar storm is expected to hit Earth on Saturday, may affect satellite technology

New Delhi : A report by National Aeronautics and Space Administration ( NASA) mentions that a massive solar storm or geomagnetic storm is heading towards earth and is likely to hit the planet on May 6. Scientists say that the sun has opened its three coronal holes, casting out a huge amount of cosmic particles towards earth. 

NASA report stated that the cosmic particles would finally create a geomagnetic storm or solar storm which will hit our lively planet.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in statement said, “NOAA forecasters say G1-class geomagnetic storms are possible when the gaseous material arrives.”

“High latitude sky watchers should be alert for weekend auroras, especially in the southern hemisphere where deepening autumn darkness favours the visibility of Southern Lights.” the statement read.

Yet, some experts believe that the consequences of the solar storm could be far more serious than just the appearance of Southern Lights. It is believed that the solar storm could affect the satellite-based technology of the earth and the planet could face a partial Tech Blackout.

The magnetic storm is a solar storm which creates temporary disturbance by means of solar wind shock wave of the Earth's magnetosphere. The solar storm is classified in 5 catagories - G1, G2, G3, G4 and G5. While G1 is considered to be a minor storm, G5 can cause terrible consequences on earth. 

Experts with European Union's Joint Research Centre (JRC) believe that the powerful solar storms do have the capabilities to negatively impact important navigation and control systems across the railway network.